Campervan Hire Glasgow
Looking for campervan hire in Glasgow for your next Scottish adventure? Highland Roamers offers fully equipped Volkswagen campervans for couples, families and friends who want the freedom to explore Scotland at their own pace.
Our campervans are collected from our base in the Ochil Foothills, with airport transfer options available from Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh Airport. From Loch Lomond and the Trossachs to Glencoe, the Highlands and beyond, you can start your road trip with everything you need for an adventure on the move.
Choose your campervan, add the gear you need and set off to explore Scotland your way.
Check availability and book your campervan today.
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ToggleCampervan Hire Near Glasgow at a Glance
| Feature | Highland Roamers |
|---|---|
| Campervans | Volkswagen Transporter T6 |
| Collection | Base in the Ochil Foothills |
| Glasgow Airport transfers | Available |
| Edinburgh Airport transfers | Available |
| Glen Roamer | 5 seats, 4 berths |
| Ben Roamer | 6 seats, 4 berths |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Heating | Included |
| Off-grid capability | Available with Ben Roamer |
| Collection | From 2pm |
| Return | By 11am |
| On-site parking | Free during your hire |
Airport transfers are currently £80 subject to flight times, with transfers free for hires of seven nights or more. Free parking is also available at the Highland Roamers base while your campervan is away.
Campervan Hire Near Glasgow for Exploring Scotland
Glasgow is a popular starting point for exploring Scotland, but some of the country’s best experiences are beyond the city.
Hiring a campervan gives you the flexibility to turn the journey into part of your holiday. Instead of travelling between fixed hotels, you can build a route around the places you want to see, spend longer somewhere you enjoy and make spontaneous stops along the way.
Highland Roamers is based in the Ochil Foothills near Dunblane, rather than in Glasgow city centre. This provides a quieter collection point while keeping Glasgow and Edinburgh airports within reach through the available transfer service.
Whether you’re planning a short break or a longer Scottish road trip, you can collect your campervan, get comfortable with the vehicle and head out towards your chosen destination.
Choose Your Campervan
Highland Roamers offers premium Volkswagen Transporter T6 campervans, each designed to make travelling around Scotland comfortable, practical and enjoyable.
Glen Roamer
The Glen Roamer is a Volkswagen Transporter T6 with space for up to five seats and four berths.
It has a manual transmission and heating, making it a practical option for exploring Scotland throughout the year.
The Glen Roamer is particularly well suited to couples, families or groups who want a comfortable campervan with the flexibility to travel around Scotland.
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Ben Roamer
The Ben Roamer is a Volkswagen Transporter T6 offering up to six seats and four berths.
It comes with manual transmission and heating and is also off-grid ready, giving you additional flexibility when planning your adventure.
If you need more seating capacity while travelling with friends or family, the Ben Roamer could be the right choice for your trip.
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Why Choose Highland Roamers for Campervan Hire in Glasgow?
Choosing the right campervan company can make a big difference to your trip. Highland Roamers combines equipped campervans with local knowledge and a selection of adventure add-ons, helping you spend less time worrying about logistics and more time enjoying Scotland.
Fully Equipped Campervans
Our campervans are prepared for adventure, giving you a comfortable base for travelling around Scotland.
You can choose the vehicle that suits your group and add the equipment you need for your plans.
Airport Transfers From Glasgow
Flying into Scotland? Highland Roamers offers airport transfers from Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport, subject to flight times.
For hires of seven nights or more, airport transfers are currently free.
Free Parking During Your Hire
If you’re driving to Highland Roamers, you can leave your own vehicle at the base while you’re away.
Free parking is available for the duration of your campervan hire, although vehicles are left at the owner’s risk.
Adventure Add-Ons
Your campervan can be more than just somewhere to sleep.
Highland Roamers offers a range of optional equipment and add-ons, including:
- Stand-up paddleboards
- Wetsuits and dry robes
- Hiking poles
- Waterproof packs
- Fire pits
- Premium bedding
- Other adventure equipment
There are also options for more adventurous trips, including jet ski equipment for qualified riders. Availability depends on your booking and chosen equipment.
Local Scottish Knowledge
A Scottish road trip is about more than getting from one destination to another.
Highland Roamers provides route inspiration and local knowledge to help you plan an adventure around Scotland’s landscapes, outdoor activities and places to stay.
You can take inspiration from suggested routes, then customise your own journey around the places and activities that interest you.
What’s Included With Your Campervan Hire?
The exact facilities depend on the campervan you choose, but both Highland Roamers vehicles are Volkswagen Transporter T6 campervans with manual transmission and heating.
The Glen Roamer provides five seats and four berths, while the Ben Roamer provides six seats and four berths. The Ben Roamer is also off-grid ready.
You can customise your trip with additional adventure equipment and extras, so you don’t necessarily have to bring every piece of outdoor gear with you.
Before booking, check the individual campervan page for the latest specifications and available equipment.
Explore Scotland From Glasgow by Campervan
One of the biggest benefits of Glasgow campervan hire is the freedom to travel beyond the city and discover more of Scotland.
Here are a few ideas for your route.
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs make a natural choice for an early stop on a Scottish campervan adventure.
You can combine lochside scenery with walking, paddleboarding and relaxed days outdoors. Highland Roamers currently recommends a two- to three-day itinerary in this area, with options such as Conic Hill and paddleboarding from Milarrochy Bay.
Fort William and Glencoe
For dramatic mountain scenery, Fort William and Glencoe are difficult to beat.
You can explore Highland landscapes, enjoy walks through the glens or add outdoor activities to your trip. Highland Roamers suggests a three-day itinerary combining Glencoe with Fort William and the surrounding area.
The Cairngorms
If forests, lochs and Highland scenery are on your list, consider heading towards the Cairngorms.
The area offers opportunities for walking, wildlife watching and outdoor adventures, making it well suited to a campervan trip.
The Isle of Skye
With dramatic mountain landscapes, coastal scenery and winding roads, the Isle of Skye is a popular destination for a longer Scottish road trip.
Highland Roamers provides a suggested Isle of Skye loop that can be adapted to suit your own schedule.
The North Coast 500
Planning a longer adventure? The North Coast 500 is one of Scotland’s best-known road-trip routes.
Rather than trying to rush around the entire route, you can use a campervan to build an itinerary around the sections and places you most want to experience.
Campervan Holidays for Couples, Families and Friends
A campervan gives different types of travellers the flexibility to create their own style of Scottish holiday.
Campervan Trips for Couples
A campervan can be a great way for two people to explore Scotland without having to plan every night around a hotel.
Spend the morning walking, find a scenic place for lunch and finish the day somewhere surrounded by Scottish scenery.
Family Campervan Adventures
Travelling as a family gives you the freedom to take breaks when you need them and carry the equipment and belongings that make travelling easier.
The Ben Roamer’s six-seat configuration can be particularly useful for larger groups, while both campervans provide four berths.
Road Trips With Friends
Travelling with friends? Build your own route and combine sightseeing with outdoor activities.
With optional equipment such as paddleboards, wetsuits, hiking gear and fire pits, you can create a trip that focuses as much on adventure as it does on sightseeing.
Campervan Rental From Glasgow Airport
If you’re flying into Scotland, getting to your campervan collection point is an important part of your travel plans.
Highland Roamers offers airport transfers from Glasgow Airport and Edinburgh Airport, subject to flight times. The current transfer price is £80, while transfers are free for campervan hires of seven nights or more.
This makes it possible to fly into Scotland and continue your journey without needing to arrange a separate rental vehicle to reach the collection point.
When booking, provide your flight details and confirm the transfer arrangements with Highland Roamers.
How Campervan Hire With Highland Roamers Works
Booking your Scottish campervan adventure is designed to be straightforward.
1. Choose Your Dates and Campervan
Select your travel dates and choose between the Glen Roamer and Ben Roamer based on your group and requirements.
2. Add Your Adventure Gear
Choose any additional equipment you’d like for your trip, from paddleboards and wetsuits to hiking equipment and premium bedding.
3. Pick Up and Prepare
Collection is from the Highland Roamers base in the Ochil Foothills.
You’ll receive a campervan orientation and gear fitting before setting off, so you can get familiar with the vehicle and equipment.
4. Explore Scotland
Once you’re ready, the road is yours.
Follow one of the suggested itineraries or create your own route around Scotland.
5. Return Your Campervan
After your trip, return the campervan to the Highland Roamers base.
Standard collection is from 2pm, with returns by 11am. Early collection or late return may be available for an additional fee, subject to availability.
RV Rental Glasgow or Campervan Hire?
When searching online, you may come across both RV rental Glasgow and campervan hire Glasgow.
In the UK, campervan hire is the more natural term for compact campervans such as the Volkswagen Transporter models available from Highland Roamers.
If you’re searching for an RV rental in Glasgow because you want a vehicle that combines transport, sleeping accommodation and the freedom to travel around Scotland, a campervan can offer exactly that in a more compact format.
The key difference is the size and style of vehicle. Highland Roamers specialises in Volkswagen Transporter campervans rather than large American-style motorhomes.
Campervan Hire Glasgow: Collection and Parking
Highland Roamers’ collection point is in the Ochil Foothills near Dunblane, rather than Glasgow city centre.
If you’re arriving through Glasgow Airport, you can arrange an airport transfer subject to flight times. Edinburgh Airport transfers are also available.
If you’re driving to the collection point, you can leave your own car at the Highland Roamers base while you’re away.
Free parking is available for the duration of your hire, with vehicles left at the owner’s risk.
This can make the collection process particularly convenient for customers travelling from elsewhere in Scotland or the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions About Campervan Hire Glasgow
Where do I collect my Highland Roamers campervan?
Campervan collection is from the Highland Roamers base in the Ochil Foothills near Dunblane. Airport transfer options are available from Glasgow and Edinburgh airports, subject to flight times.
Do you offer campervan hire from Glasgow?
Yes. Highland Roamers provides campervan hire for customers travelling through Glasgow, with airport transfers available from Glasgow Airport. The campervans themselves are collected from the Highland Roamers base in the Ochil Foothills.
Do you offer Glasgow Airport transfers?
Yes. Airport transfers are available from Glasgow Airport, subject to flight times. The current price is £80, while transfers are free for hires of seven nights or more.
How many people can your campervans accommodate?
The Glen Roamer has five seats and four berths. The Ben Roamer has six seats and four berths. Both are Volkswagen Transporter T6 campervans with manual transmission and heating.
Can I leave my car at the Highland Roamers base?
Yes. Free parking is available at the Highland Roamers base for the duration of your campervan hire. Vehicles are left at the owner’s risk.
What time can I collect and return my campervan?
Standard collection is from 2pm and return is by 11am. Early collection and late return may be available for an additional fee, subject to availability.
Can I hire adventure equipment with my campervan?
Yes. Highland Roamers offers a selection of optional adventure equipment, including stand-up paddleboards, wetsuits, dry robes, hiking poles, waterproof packs, fire pits and premium bedding.
Can I explore the Scottish Highlands with a Highland Roamers campervan?
Yes. The campervans are designed for touring Scotland, and Highland Roamers provides suggested routes covering destinations such as Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, the Cairngorms and the Isle of Skye.
Is the Ben Roamer suitable for off-grid travel?
The Ben Roamer is listed as off-grid ready, making it an option for travellers looking for additional flexibility during their Scottish adventure. Check the vehicle specifications before booking for the latest details.
Can I book a campervan for a short Scottish break?
Yes. Highland Roamers offers campervan hire for different types of trips, from shorter breaks to longer Scottish road trips. Choose your dates and campervan based on your planned itinerary and availability.
Ready to Explore Scotland?
The best Scottish road trips don’t always go exactly to plan — and that’s part of the fun.
With Highland Roamers campervan hire near Glasgow, you can choose your vehicle, add the gear you need and create your own route through Scotland.
Start with Loch Lomond, head towards Glencoe, explore the Highlands or build a longer adventure around Skye and the North Coast.
Your route is yours to choose.
Check campervan availability and start planning your Scottish adventure today.